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1 DJ-dedicated MIDI controller to play and mix files USER GUIDE Version 1 /

2 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller Page 2

3 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 1 - Safety information Important safety information This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it in a wet, or extremely cold/hot locations. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to this product or other property. This product contains non-isolated electrical components. Do not undertake any maintenance operation when it is switched on as it may result in electric shock. Any maintenance procedure must be performed by a CONTEST authorised technical service. Basic cleaning operations must thoroughly follow our safety instructions. WARNING : This unit contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the housing or attempt any maintenance by yourself. In the unlikely even your unit may require service, please contact your nearest dealer. In order to avoid any electrical malfunction, please do not use any multi-socket, power cord extension or connecting system without making sure they are perfectly isolated and present no defect. Risk of electrocution To prevent the hazard of electric shocks, do not use extension cords, multi-socket or any other connection system without making sure metal parts completely are out of reach. Sound levels Our audio solutions deliver important sound pressure levels (SPL) that can be harmful to human health when exposed during long periods. Please do not stay in close proximity of operating speakers. Recycling your device As HITMUSIC is really involved in the environmental cause, we only commercialise clean, ROHS compliant products. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities. The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. Symbols used This symbol signals an important safety precaution. The CAUTION symbol signals a risk of product deterioration. The WARNING symbol signals a risk to the user s physical integrity. The product may also be damaged. Page 3

4 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller Instructions and recommendations 1 - Please read carefully : We strongly recommend to read carefully and understand the safety instructions before attempting to operate this unit. 2 - Please keep this manual : We strongly recommend to keep this manual with the unit for future reference. 3 - Operate carefully this product : We strongly recommend to take into consideration every safety instruction. 4 - Follow the instructions: Please carefully follow each safety instruction to avoid any physical harm or property damage. 5 - Avoid water and wet locations : Do not use this product in rain, or near washbasins or other wet locations. 6 - Installation : We strongly encourage you to only use a fixation system or support recommended by the manufacturer or supplied with this product. Carefully follow the installation instructions and use the adequate tools. Always ensure this unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration and slipping while operating as it may result in physical injury. 7 - Ceiling or wall installation : Please contact your local dealer before attempting any ceiling or wall installation. 8 - Ventilation : The cooling vents ensure a safe use of this product, and avoid any overheating risk. Do not obstruct or cover these vents as it may result in overheating and potential physical injury or product damage. This product should never been operated in a closed non-ventilated area such as a flight case or a rack, unless cooling vents are provided for the purpose Cleaning precautions : Unplug the product before attempting any cleaning operation. This product should be cleaned only with accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Use a damp cloth to clean the surface. Do not wash this product Long periods of non use : Disconnect the unit s main power during long periods of non use Liquids or objects penetration : Do not let any object penetrate this product as it may result in electric shock or fire. Never spill any liquid on this product as it may infiltrate the electronic components and result in electric shock or fire This product should be serviced when : Please contact the qualified service personnel if : - The power cord or the plug has been damaged. - Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance. - The appliance has been exposed to rain or water. - The product does not appear to operate normally. - The product has been damaged Inspection/maintenance : Please do not attempt any inspection or maintenance by yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel Operating environment : Ambient temperature and humidity: C, relative humidity must be less than 85% (when cooling vents are not obstructed). Do not operate this product in a non-ventilated, very humid or warm place. 9 - Heat exposure : Sustained contact or proximity with warm surfaces may cause overheating and product damages. Please keep this product away from any heat source such as a heaters, amplifiers, hot plates, etc Electric power supply : This product can only be operated according to a very specific voltage. These information are specified on the label located at the rear of the product Power cords protection: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at lugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the fixture. Page 4

5 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 2 - Main characteristics DJ-dedicated MIDI controller with built-in sound card and software. USB connection (Compatible with USB1 or 2) in MIDI mode. The MIDI interface allows you to audio files mixing and use your computer for effects, samples, equalization, crossfader... when connected to your computer. Control interface: SYNC button allowing an almost instantaneous track sequencing 2 jog wheels (Scratch, fast forward, search) 2 Pitch control faders 2 Volume faders 1 cross-fader 2 x 3-band equalizers 2 Gain Use headphones to monitor the Master/Cue mix Track button allowing you to search tracks easily 17 function buttons 19 control knob for very precise settings Built-in soundcard: Stereo output via RCA sockets with volume control Headphones output via stereo mini-jack socket with volume control Microphone input via jack socket with volume control Supplied Virtual DJ "Virtuality Screen" software: A complete dedicated software with regular updates available on USB connection (Compatible with USB1 or 2) in MIDI mode Mac and PC compatible (please check the requirements below) Minimum requirements: PC : Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP RAM: 512 MB HDD free space: 20 MB MAC : Intel Mac OS X v10.5 RAM: 1024 MB HDD free space: 30 MB 3 - Technical specifications Dimensions: 315 x 208 x 54 mm Weight: 1 kg Supplied Virtual DJ "Virtuality Screen" software (available on USB port powered Mac OSX and Windows XP/Vista/Seven/Eight Compatible Please check for more information about this software. Page 5

6 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller 4 - Preparation Checking the package contents The package must contain the following articles: Your controller This user guide 1 USB cable 1 transport cover Setting up your SKILL Install your controller over an even surface Please make sure your controller is installed in a properly ventilated area, unexposed to sun rays, excessive temperature changes or humidity. First connection to your computer The Virtuality-SKill drivers are compatible with every operating systems aforementioned, your controller does not require extra drivers. Windows Seven, Eight, Vista or XP: An icone will indicate the controller has been detected. The operating system will the install the USB AUDIO DEVICE or USB AUDIO CODEC labeled driver. Please wait for the OS to finish the installation before using your Virtuality-SKill. This process only takes a few seconds, a window indicating the device is ready to be used will appear upon completion of this process. MAC OSX: The interface is detected automatically and no driver installation is required. Use the VIRTUALITY-SCREEN LE software to fully benefit from the many functions of your controller. It is crucial to connect the controller before using VIRTUALITY-Screen LE. Installing VIRTUALITY-Screen: Use your controller serial number and go on to download the latest version. Please refer to page 13 to install this software. Please check for more information about this software. Page 6

7 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 5 - Overview Front panel Microphone input Connect a Jack 6.35 microphone here. 2 Headphones output Connect your stereo Jack 3.5 headphones here. Rear panel Master output Line-level output via RCA socket. This analogue output allows you to send your processed signal to an amplifier or mixing desk. 3 USB Port Allows you to connect your controller to a computer. Please refer to paragraph 4-3 for more details. 2 Wheel sensors These two control knobs allow you to adapt the sensitivity of each jog wheel. The minimum position refers to a minimum threshold to activate the jog wheels while the maximum position refers to the least sensitives settings possible. Page 7

8 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller Top view Players area All the functions described below depend on the software used with your controller. As your controller is supplied with the VIRTUALITY-Screen LE software, functions described below refer to this software in relation to your VIRTUALITY-SKill. If using another software, please refer to its user guide. The MIDI mapping of your VIRTUALITY-SKill allowing you to configure your device with any MIDI compatible software is available at the end of the user guide. 1 CUE (HOT CUE1) Button CUE : Allows you to save 1 HOT CUE. A CUE point is the exact playback starting point. It can be set anywhere along your track. In Pause mode, press the CUE button to set a CUE point, the button will start flashing. While playing a track, press the CUE button to pause the player and go to your CUE point. HOT CUE1 : Combined with SHIFT, allows you to save a HOT CUE point. Page 8

9 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 2 (HOT CUE2) Button : Allows you to start your track from the CUE point set via the SET CUE button. HOT CUE2 : Press SHIFT and HOT CUE2 simultaneously to add a second CUE point. 3 (HOT CUE3) button : Each pressure on this button alternates between pause and play. HOT CUE3 : Press shift and HOT CUE3 to add a third CUE point. 4 JOG WHEELS Their functions depend on the current mode (Normal, Search or Scratch). Allow you to increase or decrease the track speed in NORMAL mode, fast forward/backward in SEARCH mode, and simulate a scratching effect in SCRATCH mode. 5 PITCH CONTROL Fader Allows you to adjust the current track speed. 6 IN(x1/2) and OUT(x2) Buttons Allow you to create a perfect loop. a - Press IN when playing or pausing a track to set the starting point of your loop. b - Press OUT to set the exit point of your loop. The loop will then be played without any interruption. c - Press OUT again to exit the loop. d - Press IN to replay the loop. This button has no function when the starting point of the loop has not been set. Has the same function than any other CUE point when the exit point of the loop has not been set. e - Press and hold SHIFT and press IN to divide the duration of your loop by 2. f - Press and hold SHIFT and press IN to increase the duration of your loop by 2. 7 SCRATCH (TAP) Button SCRATCH: Press this button to activate the jog wheel SCRATCH mode. TAP: Hold SHIFT and press this button to set the tempo manually. 8 PFL (CLONE A) Button PFL: Allows you to select the source (CH1 and CH2) to be monitored via your headphones. Use the "HEADPHONE" control knob while holding SHIFT to hear both channels simultaneously. CLONE A: Allows you to duplicate and charge the current track on the second channel. 9 KEY (HOT CUE) Button KEY: Press this button to activate/deactivate the MASTER TONE mode. This mode allows you to maintain the tone of your track while modifying its pitch. HOT CUE: Allows you to go to the selected HOT CUE (1, 2 or 3) point. 10 EFFECT (SAMPLE) Button EFFECT: Allows you to activate or deactivate effects. Some effects will require you to hold this button while using them. SAMPLE: If holding down SHIFT, allows you to use samples (please refer to paragraphs 12 and 13 for more details). 11 FX2 Control knob Allows you to adjust the second parameter of effects. NB : Please note that effects do not necessarily have 2 parameters. 12 FX1 (SAMP. VOL.) Control knob FX1: Allows you to adjust the first parameter of effects. SAMP. VOL.: While holding SHIFT, allows you to adjust the sample volume output. Page 9

10 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller 13 SELECT (SAMPLE) Control knob SELECT: Allows you to select effects. SAMPLE: While holding SHIFT, allows you to select preset samples. 14 SYNC (LOOP) Button SYNC: Allows you to synchronise the BPM of two tracks by increasing/decreasing their speed of the track you want to synchronise. LOOP: Gives you access to saved loops. 21 Channels 1 and 2 faders Adjusts the volume output of each channel. 22 Cross Fader Allows you to combine channels 1 and 2 faders. Depends on the channel faders. 23 MIC VOLUME Control knob Adjusts the microphone volume. Mixing and equalization area 15 HIGH (KEY) Button HIGH: Adjusts the high frequencies of the current track. KEY: While holding SHIFT, adjusts the Master Tone level. 16 MID (CTRL) Button MID: Adjusts the mid frequencies of the current track. CTRL: While holding SHIFT, allows you to control the Video mode. 17 LOW (EFFECT) Button LOW: Adjusts the basses frequencies of the current track. EFFECT: While holding SHIFT, allows you to manage the transition effects between two video. 18 GAIN Control knob Allows you to adjust the volume input of the channel in question. 19 MASTER Control knob Adjusts the Master output volume. 20 HEADPHONE Control knob Allows you to adjust the sound level of the Headphones output. While holding SHIFT, allows you to adjust the MASTER/PFL balance sent to the Headphones output. Navigation area 24 TRACK (AUDIO/VIDEO) Control knob Track: The TRACK control knob allows you to browse files within a folder. Press ENTER to load a track onto the inactive channel (if not using the LOAD A or LOAD B buttons as described in next paragraph) and conversely. Audio/Video: Allows you to switch from Audio to Video mode. 25 LOAD A (FOLDER) and LOAD B (EFFECT) The LOAD buttons allow you to load the selected track on the A or B side. While holding SHIFT, the LOAD A (FOLDER) button allows you to go up the folder tree. While holding SHIFT, the LOAD B button allows you to activate Video mode effects. 26 SHIFT Button Gives you access to secondary functions (marked in blue or red). NB: These buttons heavily rely on the software used with your controller. Please refer to the user guide of the developers of your software. Page 10

11 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 6 - Basic operations Browsing through folders and selecting a track Use the TRACK knob to browse through folders and files. Use the LOAD A or LOAD B button to load the selected track. or Use SHIFT + FOLDER to go up the folder tree. You can also use the TRACK button to send the track to the inactive channel. Use the TRACK knob to enter a folder or select a file. Playing a track and placing a CUE point Use the PLAY PAUSE button to play a track. Placing a CUE point: - Pause the current track by pressing - Use the jog wheel to place your CUE point - Press CUE to set your CUE point Using the pitch to synchronise two tracks The Pitch fader allows you to increase/decrease the tempo of a track to synchronise it with the track currently being played. Use the KEY button to preserve the tone of the track to be synchronised. Use the SYNC button to synchronise the tracks. - Press CUE/PLAY to go to the CUE point previously set. - Press and to start the playback from the CUE point - While playing a track, the SYNC function synchronises both the tempo and the tracks position - While pausing tracks, the SYNC functions only synchronises the tempos You can also use SHIFT + SCRATCH (TAP) to synchronise tracks. Set the tempo by pressing several times the SCRATCH button. Page 11

12 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller Creating loops Use the IN button to set the starting point of your loop, use OUT to set the exit point. Press OUT to exit the loop. Press OUT while playing a track to activate a Use SHIFT + IN to divide the duration of your loop by two. Use SHIFT + IN to double the duration of your loop. 4-beat automatic loop. Press IN to replay the loop. Using headphones Use headphones to monitor the track you are about to play. Use the corresponding PFL button to listen to a track. Use SHIFT + HEADPHONE to monitor the MASTER output and a track simultaneously. Position the fader on the left to increase the MASTER monitoring output, position it on the right to increase the track volume output. Use the HEADPHONE control knob to adjust the output level. Using effects Use the EFX (S) control knob to select an effect. Use FX1 and FX2 to configure your effect. Please note that some effects do not have 2 adjustable parameters and FX2 might not have any function. Using samples Your Virtuality-SKill features preset samples. You can access them via the control knob used for effects. Press SHIFT and use the EFX (S) control knob. Press ON/OFF to launch the effect. Press this button again to stop it. Use FX1 (S) to adjust the selected sample volume output. Press SHIFT and ON/OFF to launch the sample, press again to stop it. Page 12

VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 7 - Installing and configuring the

In order to download it, please go on www.audiophony.

You will then be redirected to the Atomix Production, the developer's website.

The following steps describe the installation process: 1 Select your language, the setup wizard will

13 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 7 - Installing and configuring the Virtuality-screen LE software VIRTUALITY-Screen LE is not supplied with your VIRTUALITY-SKill. In order to download it, please go on to find the product page of your VIRTUALITY-SKill. Click on the download link. You will then be redirected to the Atomix Production, the developer's website. Save the installation pack, then launch the setup wizard. The following steps describe the installation process: 1 Select your language, the setup wizard will detect the language of your OS automatically. Press OK. 4 Select the installation folder, then click Next. 5 Click Next. 2 Please read the license information, then click Next. 6 Click Finish to finalise the installation process. 3 Click Next. Page 13

English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller The following steps describe the Audio driver configuration process: IMPORTANT!

1 During the first connection to the software, a window asking you to type a serial number will appear.

3 In some cases, however, your operating system might not be fully compatible with the driver of your VIRTUALITY-SKill.

14 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller The following steps describe the Audio driver configuration process: IMPORTANT! You must connect your VIRTUALITY-SKill to your computer before launching its software. 1 During the first connection to the software, a window asking you to type a serial number will appear. This number is located at the rear of your device. 3 In some cases, however, your operating system might not be fully compatible with the driver of your VIRTUALITY-SKill. In that situation, please go the page dedicated to your device on and download the ASIO driver. Install this driver and launch VIRTUALITY-Screen LE. Click CONFIG in the upper right corner of the VIRTUALITY-Screen LE window. Use the drop-down menu to select "Sound card(s)", then "ASIO DRIVER" and click OK. 2 The software window is as follows: Page 14

15 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 8 - MIDI Please find below the MIDI mapping of your device. This map will allow you to configure your software (if you are not using VIRTUALITY-Screen LE). You will find the lastest information, firmwares and updates available on Buttons SKill Midi Note Note MIDI MIDI 1 + SHIFT LEFT: KEY 0x09 C# 3 0x31 D 3 0x32 LEFT: EFFECT (SAMPLE) 0x09 Eb 3 0x33 E 3 0x34 LEFT: PFL (CLONE A) 0x09 F 3 0x35 F# 3 0x36 LEFT: SYNC (LOOP) 0x09 G 3 0x37 G# 3 0x38 LEFT: IN (x1/2) 0x09 A 3 0x39 Bb 3 0x3A LEFT: OUT (x2) 0x09 B 3 0x3B C 4 0x3C LEFT: SCRATCH (TAP) 0x09 C# 4 0x3D D 4 0x3E LEFT: LOAD A (FOLDER) 0x09 Eb 4 0x3F E 4 0x40 LEFT: CUE (HOT CUE1) 0x09 F 6 0x59 A 7 0x69 LEFT: CUE/PLAY (HOT CUE2) 0x09 F# 6 0x5A Bb 7 0x6A LEFT: PLAY/PAUSE (HOT CUE3) 0x09 G 6 0x5B B 7 0x6B RIGHT: KEY (HOT CUE) 0x09 A 4 0x45 Bb 4 0x46 RIGHT: EFFECT (SAMPLE) 0x09 G 4 0x43 G# 4 0x44 RIGHT: PFL (CLONE A) 0x09 C# 5 0x49 G# 5 0x50 RIGHT: SYNC (LOOP) 0x09 B 4 0x47 C 5 0x48 RIGHT: OUT (x2) 0x09 C# 6 0x55 D 6 0x56 RIGHT: SCRATCH (TAP) 0x09 B 5 0x53 C 6 0x54 RIGHT: IN (x1/2) 0x09 A 5 0x51 Bb 5 0x52 RIGHT: LOAD B (EFFECT) 0x09 Eb 6 0x57 E 6 0x58 RIGHT: CUE (HOT CUE1) 0x09 A 6 0x5D C# 8 0x6D RIGHT: CUE/PLAY (HOT CUE2) 0x09 Bb 6 0x5E D 8 0x6E RIGHT: PLAY/PAUSE (HOT CUE3) 0x09 B 6 0x5F Eb 8 0x6F TRACK (ENTER) (AUDIO/VIDEO) 0x09 F 4 0x41 F# 4 0x42 Page 15

16 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller Selectors SKill Midi CC Note MIDI MIDI 1 +SHIFT LEFT: Select (Effect/Sample) 0x0B E 0 0x10 F 0 0x11 RIGHT: Select (Effect/Sample) 0x0B F# 0 0x12 G 0 0x13 TRACK 0x0B G# 0 0x14 A 0 0x15 Pressing jog wheels SKill Midi Note Note MIDI MIDI 1 LEFT JOG WHEEL: PRESSURE 0x09 B 2 0x2F RIGHT JOG WHEEL: PRESSURE 0x09 Bb 2 0x2E Jog wheels SKill Midi CC Note MIDI MIDI 1 +SHIFT LEFT JOG WHEEL 0x0B G# 1 0x20 A 1 0x21 RIGHT JOG WHEEL 0x0B Bb 1 0x22 B 1 0x23 Page 16

17 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English Control knobs SKill Midi CC MIDI Note MIDI 1 + SHIFT LEFT : FX1 (SAMP. VOL.) 0x0B C 3 0x30 G# 3 0x38 LEFT : FX2 0x0B C# 3 0x31 A 3 0x39 LEFT : GAIN 0x0B D 3 0x32 Bb 3 0x3A LEFT : HIGH (KEY) 0x0B Eb 3 0x33 B 3 0x3B LEFT : MID 0x0B E 3 0x34 C 4 0x3C LEFT : LOW 0x0B F 3 0x35 C# 4 0x3D LEFT : Pitch 0x0B F# 3 0x36 D 4 0x3E LEFT : Channel FADERS 0x0B G 3 0x37 Eb 4 0x3F RIGHT : FX1 (SAMP. VOL.) 0x0B E 4 0x40 C 5 0x48 RIGHT : FX2 0x0B F 4 0x41 C# 5 0x49 RIGHT : GAIN 0x0B F# 4 0x42 D 5 0x4A RIGHT : HIGH (KEY) 0x0B G 4 0x43 Eb 5 0x4B RIGHT : MID (CTRL) 0x0B G# 4 0x44 E 5 0x4C RIGHT : LOW (EFFECT) 0x0B A 4 0x45 F 5 0x4D RIGHT : Pitch 0x0B Bb 4 0x46 F# 5 0x4E RIGHT : Channel FADERS 0x0B B 4 0x47 G 5 0x4F CENTER : MASTER 0x0B G# 5 0x50 E 6 0x58 CENTER : HEADPHONE 0x0B A 5 0x51 F 6 0x59 CENTER : CROSS FADER 0x0B Bb 5 0x52 F# 6 0x5A Page 17

18 English VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller 9 - Standard installation COMPUTER POWERED SPEAKERS MIC HEADPHONES Page 18

19 VIRTUALITY-Skill - DJ-dedicated MIDI controller English 10 - Notes Page 19

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